How long does it take from Bugis to Clarke Quay by metro?

The journey from Bugis to Clarke Quay takes approximately 24 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 7 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from Bugis to Clarke Quay?

The token fare from Bugis to Clarke Quay is S$1.55. With a smart card the fare is S$1.45 (save S$0.1). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's S$1.45.

Which platform at Bugis for Clarke Quay?

At Bugis, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Pasir Ris. Look for the electronic board showing "Pasir Ris".

What is the last train from Bugis to Clarke Quay?

The last train from Bugis towards Pasir Ris departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Clarke Quay back towards Bugis departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Bugis to Clarke Quay?

There are 3 stops between Bugis and Clarke Quay on the East-West Line. The stations are: Bugis, City Hall.

Bugis To Clarke Quay

ShortestShortest Route

Bugis

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·East-West LineTowards Pasir Ris

First train: 05:30Last train: 00:00Doors open: right

City Hall

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.88 km

First train: 05:30Last train: 00:00

interchange City Hall — 5 min

Platform 3 · North-South Line ·Platform 1 Towards Jurong East

+5 min

City Hall

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·North-South LineTowards Jurong East

First train: 05:30Last train: 00:00Doors open: right

Dhoby Ghaut

purple interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.59 km

First train: 05:30Last train: 00:00

interchange Dhoby Ghaut — 5 min

Platform 1 · North East Line ·Platform 3 Towards HarbourFront

+5 min

Dhoby Ghaut

red interchangeorange interchange

Platform 3·underground·North East LineTowards HarbourFront

First train: 05:30Last train: 00:00Doors open: right

Clarke Quay

Arrive Platform 2·underground1.53 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

24 min

Total time

stops

7 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Bugis	05:30	00:00	Towards Pasir Ris
Clarke Quay	05:00	23:00	Towards Bugis

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

S$1.55

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

S$1.45

Save S$0.1 per ride

Off-peak smart card

S$1.45

Save S$0.1 per ride

Use your Singapore MRT smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

0.95 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.43 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~28 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$1.55

Bike

S$52

Auto

S$114

Cab

S$204

Estimates for 7 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Jurong EastMarina South Pier

Dhoby GhautHarbourFront

East-West Line

Departure station

Bugis

underground

Bugis, Singapore

Weekdays: 05:30 – 00:00(Sundays from 05:30)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Bugis exit A· Bugis Junction, Bugis Street♿

Bugis exit B· Bugis Junction, Bugis Street♿

Bugis exit C· Bugis Junction, Bugis Street♿

Bugis exit D· Bugis Junction, Bugis Street♿

Tap in and out with an EZ-Link or SimplyGo card; eating and drinking are not allowed on trains.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store

Arrival station

Clarke Quay

underground

Clarke Quay, Singapore

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water